The efficacy, effects and contraindications of Forsythia suspensa

Lianqiao is a common Chinese herbal medicine in daily life. It can clear away heat and reduce fire, as well as reduce swelling and knots. It comes from the Oleaceae plant Lianqiao is the fruit of this plant. It is mostly harvested in autumn when the fruit is ripe. It is usually used to treat human fever, colds and viral diseases. In addition to its excellent effects, this kind of Chinese herbal medicine also has some taboos when used. Today I will give a detailed introduction to the effects and taboos of Lianqiao.

The efficacy and function of Forsythia suspensa

1. Clear away heat and relieve fire

Clearing away heat and removing fire is the main function of the traditional Chinese medicine Lianqiao. When people usually have a wind-heat cold, they can use Lianqiao for treatment in time. It is best to use Lianqiao together with Chinese herbal medicines such as honeysuckle tea that clear heat and remove fire. In addition, when people have mouth sores, or sore throats, they can also use Lianqiao for treatment, which can quickly relieve the symptoms of swelling and pain.

2. Reduce swelling and resolve lumps

Reducing swelling and lumps is also one of the main functions of the Chinese medicine Forsythia. It is usually used to treat human carbuncles, furuncles and other diseases. During treatment, the Chinese medicine Forsythia needs to be used together with dandelion, honeysuckle tea, and roasted pangolin, which can make the lumps disappear as soon as possible and can also quickly reduce swelling.

3. Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antiviral treatment

Lianqiao is a Chinese herbal medicine that can resist viruses, reduce inflammation and kill bacteria. It contains polyphenols, Lianqiao glycosides and volatile oils, which are all natural antiviral ingredients. After entering the body, they can inhibit the specificity of cold viruses and reduce the damage of other viruses to the human body. It has a good preventive and alleviating effect on common viral and bacterial diseases in humans.

Taboos of Forsythia

Although Lianqiao is a common Chinese herbal medicine with very high efficacy and function, it also has some taboos when taken, especially for those with impaired digestion. It is strictly forbidden to take it because it has a more obvious irritation to the digestive system and can easily cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain and other adverse symptoms. In addition, people with impaired liver function should not take lotus forsythia, otherwise it will increase the burden on the liver and may cause liver poisoning.